Essays and Research Papers on Misc. Economic Issues

A 7 page overview of the concept of bionomics and the relationships of economics and biology. Explains that economics and business in general are often organized much like a living ecosystem, a concept first discussed by Michael othschild. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 7 page paper considers the work of Aaron Wildavsky and his theories on public administration. The paper starts by consideration of the man behind the work, with a brief biography. The paper then concentrates on his book the Politics of the Budgetary Process with a synopsis of some of the main messages and lesson ...

8 pages in length. This model paper is a hypothetical memo regarding the client and his business of promoting real estate and other kinds of partnerships. The client oftentimes accepts an interest in a partnership he is promoting as compensation, in full or in part, for his services as a promoter. During the coming year the hypothetical client ...

War years are marked by inflation, balanced by increased profits and decreased unemployment. The bottom line: profits for those businesses which choose to supply material for the military and the war effort. This 5 page paper provides information and an example for a propaganda paper with the thesis, War is a positive force for profit. Bibliography lists 2 ...

A 10 page paper that explains the types of pension/retirement programs offered by insurance companies, what they are, how they work, eligibility for them, and benefits distribution options. The writer also discusses what insurance companies need to do if they want to capture a greater proportion of the pension business industry. Bibliography lists 5 ...

This 7 page paper answers numerous business economics and strategy related questions, defining and discussing aspects including asymmetrical information, dynamic capabilities, sunk costs, path dependency, antitrust policies, Porters Five forces and the impact of this internet on this model.

This 7-page paper focuses on the pharmaceutical industry and how its growth has compared with business cycles from 1980-2000. The essay examines the general economic cycles during this period, and, when possible, notes revenues and growth of the pharmaceutical industry. Also discussed are recommendations on how pharmaceutical companies can work with business cycles. Bibliography lists ...

This 6 page paper responds to the question: "How do economic forces impact a business?" The writer uses a fictitious fast food restaurant, Steakburger, as an example. A brief background about Steakburger is offered and the competitive nature of the fast food business is discussed. Real data regarding the growth of the fast food industry ...

This 5 page paper discusses the effects which shopping has on the business owne, consumer prices, and the general economy. Furthermore, this paper highlights the dramatic effect which shoplifting does have, thereby relating the enormity of the problem. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 15 page paper discusses two primary topics: setting up one's own business and buying into an existing business. The first part of the paper explains and discusses the essential steps in establishing one's own business. This includes a description of the types of business one may establish, e.g., sole proprietor, corporation, and the components ...

An 11 page paper discussing the difficulty of assessing the effect that business development has on the movement of property taxes in the local area. The issue of weighing the costs of economic development against its benefits would seem to be rather straightforward, but practice and research reveals it is not. The purpose ...

This 13-page paper is an explanation of derivatives and their use in trading. Derivatives are explained through the Enron and WorldCom accounting scandals as well. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 4 page paper that begins with brief comments on the purpose of tax planning. The essay describes the four maxims of tax planning, reports tips for reducing taxes and comments on the value of the sources used. The writer comments briefly on the importance of ethics when tax planning. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 3 page paper discussing economic indicators and the state of the economy during the first quarter of 2007. The purpose of the assessment is to discuss the effects of the macroeconomy on business activity. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 14 page paper discusses the statement "As an organisation we pay a lot of money on insurance. There is therefore no need for us to invest time and resources in other methods of loss management." The paper discusses this looking at what losses insurance can cover, alternatives to insurance, the need for a ...

This 3-page paper attempts to determine how game theory can be applied to an oligopoly situation. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

An 8 page paper which discusses the powerful money making power of the diet industry. The paper also examines how the diet industry may be affected by the economy. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

A 5 page paper. The rise of China is definitely real with GDP increasing 12 fold in the last 20 years. China is very close to being the world's third largest economy. This essay offers economic data and comments about China's rise in the world market. It also comments on the shift in the ...

The 17-page paper examines the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Statements on Auditing Standards 99 (SAS 99) and the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB). Paper determines potential impact of these Acts and rules on future audits. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 7 page paper examines the diversity in the labor force, specifically examining such issues as race, ethnicity, language and religion. Furthermore, this paper explores the impact that diversity has on labor market in general. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5-page paper discusses the legalities and culture of Enron Corp., and how these added to its failure. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 5 page paper. The Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, also known as the American Competitiveness and Corporate Accountability Act of 2002, was passed in response to the many accounting scandals in private sector corporations. There are provisions in this Act that apply to everyone, however. This essay discusses how nonprofits are being affected by the ...

A 17 page paper that begins with the background and purpose of the Truth in Lending Act adopted in 1969 as Title I of the Consumer Credit Protection Act, including the subsequent amendments to the Act. The writer explains that the Federal Reserve Board adopted Regulation Z to implement this Act. The FRB subsequently adopted ...

A 4 page paper that beings with an explanation of what this Act is about and its requirements. The writer then discusses the impact this Act has had on businesses and investors. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 15 page paper. This essay provides a brief historical account of welfare assistance in this country with a greater focus on the 1960s and 1970s. The essay then provides a comprehensive outline and discussion of The Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996. Some of the key elements in the Act ...